Hope Bowdler Hill, from Cardington, Shropshire

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Overview

The route starts gently on pastureland and low hillsides but gradually it takes to the high Hope Bowdler ridge at the Battle Stones on Willstone Hill. There then follows a delightful ridge walk before descending to return across fields to Cardington.

Wednesday, 30 October 2024

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 10.1km / 6.3mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Pre-booking requested. Please message walk leader, Peter Fowler (07976 095233)

Features

Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SO 50600 95111
Nearest postcode:: SY6 7JZ
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Village Hall car park in Cardington (honesty box - £2 suggested).

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